Rose Terry is a speculative fiction writer and aerospace engineer with a passion for blending rigorous science with compelling human drama. She holds a Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder, where her research focused on deep-space propulsion systems and orbital mechanics. Before turning to full-time writing, Terry spent a decade working on mission design for several NASA concept studies, including a proposed Kuiper Belt orbiter. Her technical background informs every page of her work—from the precise calculations of spacecraft delta-v to the realistic portrayal of life support systems.
Terry’s short fiction has appeared in *Analog Science Fiction and Fact*, *Clarkesworld*, and *Lightspeed*, earning her a reputation for “hard SF with a human heart.” Her debut novel, *The Kuiper Artifact*, was a finalist for the Nebula Award for Best Novel and won the 2024 Philip K. Dick Special Citation. She has been a guest speaker at the International Astronautical Congress and frequently leads workshops on science communication for aspiring writers.
When not writing or calculating orbital parameters, Terry can be found hiking the mountains of the Pacific Northwest with her dog, Orion, or stargazing from her backyard observatory. She is a firm believer that the best science fiction helps us imagine not just what is possible, but what is wise. She is currently at work on a sequel and a standalone novel set in the ocean moons of Jupiter. Readers can subscribe to her newsletter at roseterry.com for updates on upcoming releases, exclusive bonus content, and behind-the-scenes looks at the research that fuels her stories.